Communications Associate, Transportation

ICF Next; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 67,063 - 114,008; Full time

Job summary

ICF Next, in the Washington, DC metro area, is seeking a Communications Associate to support federal, state, and local transportation comms and marketing work. This role is contingent on contract award and we are actively interviewing for it.

The position follows a hybrid schedule and can be based in Reston, VA, Rockville, MD, or Washington, DC. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of marketing communications experience and are eager to build a long-term career in this field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional marketing communications experience; transportation communications/marketing experience a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations or related field.
• Knowledge of traditional and social media environments and various channels.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of communications plans and strategies to meet client objectives.
• Collaborate with team members and clients through written communications, meetings, and platforms.
• Coordinate development of creative materials with designers, editors, and clients (newsletters, fact sheets, videos, case studies, social content).
• Manage project workflows, deliverable trackers, timelines, and meeting materials.
• Support planning and execution of events, meetings, and workshops.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Creative thinking

Writing samples

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/marketing/PR

Tools

GovDelivery

MailChimp

Constant Contact

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

MS Office

Google Analytics

Job description

Description

Please note: This role is contingent upon contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively interviewing and extending contingent offers in anticipation of award.

@ ICF Next, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world. Join our community of mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists to challenge the status quo.

We’re currently hiring a Communications Associate to support our growing federal, state, local transportation communications and marketing work, that is passionate about planning, developing, and implementing successful communication and engagement strategies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least 3 years of professional marketing communications experience looking forward to building a long-term career.

Job Location(s): This position follows a hybrid work schedule and can be based out of our Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, or Reston, VA office. Candidates must be located within the Washington Metropolitan Area and able to commute to one of these office locations as needed.

As a Communications Associate, You Will

• Contribute to the development of communications plans and strategies to meet client objectives and goals


• Interact and collaborate with team members, and clients through written communications, meetings, and collaborative work platforms


• Manage the development of creative materials, working in coordination with our Creative Studio’s designers, editors, internal program team, and clients on a variety of products including newsletters, fact sheets, videos, case studies, social media content, emails, and websites


• Coordinate project workflows, deliverable trackers, timelines, progress reports, and meeting materials.


• Provide support, coordination and development of strategic plans and presentations


• Support planning and executing events, meetings, and workshops


• Manage multiple deliverables at once, with varying deadlines using Microsoft Office and other collaboration tools including Teams, Trello, Sharepoint, SmartSheets, etc.

What This Role Requires

• Bachelor's degree, required (e.g., communications, marketing, public relations, advertising, or related field)


• 3+ years of professional marketing communications experience; transportation communications or marketing experience a plus.

What We Want You To Have

• Knowledge of traditional and social media environments; understanding of various communication channels and how they work (print, social, digital, paid media, events and outreach, direct response, etc.)


• An understanding of email management systems, email content strategy and analytics, and email platforms such as GovDelivery, MailChimp, Constant Contact, or Salesforce Marketing Cloud


• Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)


• Knowledge of marketing analytics platforms such as Google Analytics


• Willingness for moderate travel as needed

Professional Skills

• Energetic, self-starter, and resourceful problem solver with a demonstrated can-do attitude and willingness to jump in where needed


• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a cooperative attitude


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities


• Creative thinker with innovative approach to problem solving


• Excellent writing skills; ability to provide writing sample


• Strong team orientation with a focus on collaboration


• Responsive and open to feedback

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please [e-mail] we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$67,063.00 - $114,008.00

Reston, VA (VA30)